Sights in Ercolano

Must-See Ercolano

Ercolano offers a unique glimpse into Roman life and Bourbon grandeur. The archaeological site of Herculaneum features multi-story Roman houses preserved by volcanic mud, while the nearby Villa of the Papyri once housed an extensive philosophical library. The 18th-century Royal Palace of Portici showcases the region's royal heritage. Visitors can also explore the ancient Roman theater, still partially buried underground, and use high-tech virtual reconstructions at the MAV (Virtual Archaeological Museum) to visualize the city before the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

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Herculaneum

Herculaneum is an ancient Roman town located in the modern-day comune of Ercolano, Campania, Italy.

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Royal Palace of Portici

The Royal Palace of Portici is a former royal palace in Portici, Southeast of Naples along the coast, in the region of Campania, Italy.

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Villa of the Papyri

The Villa of the Papyri was an ancient Roman villa in Herculaneum, in what is now Ercolano, southern Italy.

sculpteur antique décédé au Ier siècle / Public domain

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Teatro romano di Ercolano

An ancient Roman theater discovered in 1710. Located approximately 25 meters below current street level, it is accessible via tunnels and retains portions of its original marble decoration and architectural structure.

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MAV Museo Archeologico Virtuale di Ercolano

A high-tech museum using 3D reconstructions, multi-sensory effects, and holograms to recreate the ancient cities of Herculaneum and Pompeii as they appeared before the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

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